Energy Transformations

Front

What are the two main types of energy involved in a roller coaster?

Back

Kinetic and Potential Energy.

Front

At what point does a pendulum have maximum potential energy?

Back

At its highest point.

Front

What is the best example of kinetic energy?

Back

A wagon rolling down a hill.

Front

True or False: A rock has kinetic energy when it is at rest.

Back

False.

Front

Which type of energy is greatest at the highest point of a jumper's position?

Back

Potential Energy.

Front

Define Kinetic Energy.

Back

The energy an object has due to its motion.

Front

Define Potential Energy.

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

It is converted into kinetic energy.

Front

Give an example of a situation where potential energy is converted to kinetic energy.

Back

A diver jumping off a diving board.

Front

What is the relationship between kinetic energy and speed?

Back

Kinetic energy increases with the square of the speed.